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Redundant tannoy announcements to be reduced on trains ensuring quieter journeys for passengers.
Further funding announced to redesign the UK’s airspace to create quicker journeys and cut emissions.
Government pausing the rollout of new all lane running smart motorway schemes until 5 years of safety data is available.
Pre-departure testing removed for vaccinated travellers
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Testing and border measures are changing for fully eligible fully vaccinated travellers arriving in England.
New charter to boost consumer confidence and provide an online one-stop shop on passenger rights and complaints procedures for disabled people.
Upgrade will provide more seats, services and significantly faster journey times, improving rail connections across the North and Midlands.
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33 Horseferry Road
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